CVE-2021-36870

WordPress WP Google Maps plugin <= 8.1.12 - Multiple Authenticated Persistent XSS vulnerabilities

Description

Multiple Authenticated Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in WordPress WP Google Maps plugin (versions <= 8.1.12). Vulnerable parameters: &dataset_name, &wpgmza_gdpr_retention_purpose, &wpgmza_gdpr_company_name, &name #2, &name, &polyname #2, &polyname, &address.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to the 8.1.13 version.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.15%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com Third-Party Advisory wordpress.org
Affected: Code Cabin Inc WP Google Maps (WordPress plugin)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-google-maps/#developers third party advisory release notes
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-google-maps/wordpress-wp-google-maps-plugin-8-1-12-multiple-authenticated-persistent-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerabilities third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36870?
CVE-2021-36870 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-36870?
To fix CVE-2021-36870: Update to the 8.1.13 version.
Is CVE-2021-36870 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-36870 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-36870?
CVE-2021-36870 affects Code Cabin Inc WP Google Maps (WordPress plugin).
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